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In Oscar-Shortlisted ‘Chasing Roo,’ Australia’s Beloved Marsupials Fall To Rifle Shots, By The Millions

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Acclaimed director Skye Fitzgerald's latest Oscar-contender 'Chasing Roo' exposes the dark reality of Australia's hidden kangaroo mass culling operations.
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  • Fitzgerald's documentary sheds light on the government-sanctioned slaughter of millions of kangaroos each year to control the population, a shocking revelation that's sure to outrage animal welfare advocates.
  • With powerful footage and interviews, 'Chasing Roo' humanizes the iconic Aussie marsupials, challenging the mainstream narrative and sparking crucial conversations around environmental conservation and policy reform.
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